Many Beautiful Things

Nan
1h 10m
2015
6 /10 (1)

Could you give up a dream to pursue your true calling?

Overview

In an age when women were incapable of joining the artistic dialogue, Lilias Trotter managed to win the favour of celebrated critics.

Country : Japan, Morocco, United Kingdom, United States of America
Languages : English
Released Date: 2015-10-17

Top Billed Cast

John Rhys-Davies

John Ruskin (voice)

Jerry Eisley

John Ruskin

Michelle Dockery

Lilias Trotter (voice)

Ashley Adams Beach

Lilias Trotter

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